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B 26-0425

St. Elizabeths East Parcels 7, 8, and 9 Surplus Declaration and Disposition Approval Act of 2025

26th Council Period (2025-2026) Introduced by Phil Mendelson

Bill authorizes D.C. to declare three St. Elizabeths East parcels surplus and enables their sale or disposition to generate revenue and facilitate property redevelopment.

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Bill Summary · B 26-0425

Legislative bill overview

Bill B 26-0425 authorizes the District of Columbia government to declare three specific parcels of land (7, 8, and 9) at the St. Elizabeths East campus as surplus property and establishes the process for their disposition. This legislation enables the District to divest from these properties, likely to generate revenue or facilitate redevelopment of the underutilized government property.

Why is this important

St. Elizabeths is a valuable institutional property in Washington, D.C., and declaring parcels surplus can unlock significant economic potential through sales or long-term leasing arrangements. The disposition of these properties could generate municipal revenue, support economic development initiatives, or allow the property to serve different public purposes while potentially reducing ongoing maintenance costs for unused facilities.

Potential points of contention

  • Community impact and transparency: Residents and stakeholders may seek clarity on redevelopment plans, affordability requirements, and community benefits before surplus land is transferred
  • Environmental and historical considerations: St. Elizabeths has complex historical significance and potential environmental remediation needs that could affect disposition terms and timeline
  • Fiscal accountability: Questions about whether the District received fair market value and how proceeds will be allocated or reinvested in district services

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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